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The Foundation realizes that people with autism spectrum disorder may have sensory processing challenges. Nature offers children and adults with autism wonderful opportunities for adventure, exploration, and engagement. When individuals with autism engage with nature, they develop not only special interests in birds, animals or plants but also opportunities to develop their social skills. Become a part of this tranquil place that allows visitors to engage with nature in their own way, on their own terms, and at their own pace.

Many spaces at The Els Center of Excellence can be dedicated in honor of your family. The naming opportunities across the campus range from classrooms, the new gymnasium, pavilion and swimming pool to name just a few. For information on availability:

Help us “Pave the Way” by having your name, message and/or child’s drawing set in stone on The Els Center of Excellence campus. Whether you are making a gift as a birthday present, in memory or in honor of someone special, or simply to express your support, these brick pavers are a wonderful way to express a personalized and unique message that will become a permanent feature at The Center.

We offer four brick options:

4″ x 8″ Brick with 1-3 line message ($250)

8″ x 8″ Brick with 1-6 line message ($450)

8″ x 8″ Els Art Brick with 1-2 line message ($550)

8″ x 8″ Child Art Brick with 1-2 line message ($550)

The proceeds from the Commemorative Brick Program will help to build and sustain The Els Center of Excellence.

Become part of our future by naming an auditorium seat in The Els Center of Excellence. The Auditorium is a critical element of the new Els Center of Excellence. The state-of-the-art Auditorium is not only used for school-related performances and events but is at the heart of The Center’s global outreach programs. The Auditorium provides a hub for ASD professionals to disseminate and gather applied research findings, share best practices and connect to the global autism community via lectures and video-conference Whether you are making a gift as a birthday present, in memory or in honor of someone special, or simply to show your support, your donation will help create a lasting landmark at The Els Center of Excellence.

Planned Giving is a way to make charitable gifts, enabling you to arrange philanthropic contributions in ways that maximize your personal objectives. By establishing a planned gift, you can secure the Foundation’s mission, not for just one year or generation, but in perpetuity. While you plan your legacy, help improve the future of people with ASD at the same time. The Foundation’s development staff is here to help you consider strategies to meet your financial needs while making a lasting impact.

Els for Autism a US public charity (EIN #26-3520396), recognized by the IRS as exempt from Federal tax under Section 501(c)(3) of the tax code. Donors should consult their tax advisor to determine whether they are eligible to claim a deduction associated with their donation.